Situação epidemiológica da sífilis em mulheres grávidas no estado de goiás entre os anos de 2007 a 2016

Abstract

The aim of this study was to verify the epidemiological situation of syphilis in pregnant women in the State of Goiás between 2007 and July 2016. Syphilis is an infectious disease of sexual transmission caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It offers vertical transmission of the woman to the fetus, during the gestation period, and can cause abortion, neonatal deaths, late fetal losses, sick or asymptomatic neonates, which may progress with severe complications if not treated. It is estimated that at least 50% of affected pregnancies between 10% and 15% of all pregnancies, there are adverse perinatal outcomes. Syphilis is identified in most women during pregnancy or at delivery. The present academic research has bibliographic and documentary character. It is important for pregnant women to follow the treatment correctly, as non-adherence or abandonment can cause maternal and child health complications. Despite the existence of a highly effective intervention, maternal syphilis still causes substantial perinatal morbidity and mortality.